Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c35-310e-730e-800c-f90d7ee9a23e/fast-track-digital-workforce-fund-2019-20 pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Fast Track Digital Workforce Fund 2019-20 [Greater Manchester Combined Authority](https://tendernation.io/buyers/greater-manchester-combined-authority) Estimated value £50,000 to £180,000 Published 12 Jun 2019 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Greater Manchester Combined Authority are announcing details of a £3m Fast Track Digital Workforce Fund to help train the city region's digital workforce. The aim of the 'Fast Track' Fund is to help employers in the Greater Manchester and Lancashire areas develop a diverse pipeline of talent for jobs that require specialist digital skills. The fund will be open for applications from 25th June 2019. Consortia of employers and training providers (including colleges and universities) can bid for between £50,000 and £180,000 to run innovative digital training schemes linked to skills shortage vacancies. We are particularly looking for innovative creative projects that: • Design training that addresses industry digital skills shortages aligned with the GM Local Industrial Strategy; which prioritises; cyber security, broadcasting, content creation and media, software development, digital telecoms, fintech and e-commerce. • Test flexible delivery models to ensure a range of people are able to access training; supporting career progression and diversifying the digital talent pipeline. • Test new partnerships between employers and training providers (including colleges and universities) that show the potential for longer-term sustainability and scalability. Call to action: • Employers and training providers should read the fund prospectus and start to consider what they would like to gain from the fund and what they can offer. • Register to attend the launch event on Tuesday 25th June to find out more: [fasttrackfundgm.eventbrite.co.uk](https://fasttrackfundgm.eventbrite.co.uk) For queries about the fund please email: Read full description ## CPV classification Secondary education services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/179821d0-3281-4421-be4d-f8134d622f54) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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